
A Closer Look at Katie O’s Food Carnival
With over 7,300 restaurants, caterers and food vendors, Chicago has some of the most incredible and creative food minds in the world. Chicago Planner Magazine prides itself on featuring exceptional individuals who are impressive go-getters that are not only good at...

PartySlate is Changing the Event Game
PartySlate is a space to share new ideas with access to best local event planners, caterers, venues, decor & design professionals.

Planners: Get Hired with These 7 Steps for Writing Marketing Copy
7 Steps of Writing Marketing Copy that Motivates Clients to Hire You Guest post from Kristie Lorette McCauley of The Wedding Planner Copywriter If you are like most planners, it can be a struggle to find the right words for your website, emails, a brochure, and other...

Health, Work & Beauty: Hydration
Growing up I drank tons of pop (or soda depending on where you're from). I like the sugar and the fizzy feeling. But I've read so much about people losing anywhere from 5-30lbs in a year simply from cutting out sugary, canned soda beverages. Not to mention, all...

Health, Work & Beauty: Improving My Lifestyle
Being an event planner is a time consuming job. There is no clocking in and out. You have to be prepared for anything all the time. So how do you keep a healthy lifestyle? I'm excited to say that I've recently accepted a position with an international event...

A Closer Look at Katie O’s Food Carnival
With over 7,300 restaurants, caterers and food vendors, Chicago has some of the most incredible and creative food minds in the world. Chicago Planner Magazine prides itself on featuring exceptional individuals who are impressive go-getters that are not only good at...

PartySlate is Changing the Event Game
PartySlate is a space to share new ideas with access to best local event planners, caterers, venues, decor & design professionals.

Planners: Get Hired with These 7 Steps for Writing Marketing Copy
7 Steps of Writing Marketing Copy that Motivates Clients to Hire You Guest post from Kristie Lorette McCauley of The Wedding Planner Copywriter If you are like most planners, it can be a struggle to find the right words for your website, emails, a brochure, and other...

Health, Work & Beauty: Hydration
Growing up I drank tons of pop (or soda depending on where you're from). I like the sugar and the fizzy feeling. But I've read so much about people losing anywhere from 5-30lbs in a year simply from cutting out sugary, canned soda beverages. Not to mention, all...

Health, Work & Beauty: Improving My Lifestyle
Being an event planner is a time consuming job. There is no clocking in and out. You have to be prepared for anything all the time. So how do you keep a healthy lifestyle? I'm excited to say that I've recently accepted a position with an international event...
Oscar Party Recap
There's always a great time to be had at an Oscar Party! Thanks for coming out!
Read of the Month: Bitchless Bride
March is wedding month and to kick it off right, the Read of the Month is the real but funny book, named from it's blog, Bitchless Bride. Event planners and brides alike can appreciate the candid honesty on how a bride can avoid being the nightmare Bridzilla so many...

2014 Oscar Party
There's still time to get your ticket to the Oscar Viewing Party at Studio Paris on March 2nd at 5PM. B96's Showbiz Shelly will be there along with 12 time Grammy Winner Malik Yusef who is DJing. Get Your Tickets HERE
Crazy Successful
Just about every person has been through the "what are your strengths and weaknesses? What qualities do you have that will make you successful?" We ask ourselves this all the time. I love reading articles on successful people and observing exceptional, professional...

Caterer of the Month: Blue Plate
This February, the Cater of the Month is BLUE PLATE. I have enjoyed their cuisine at events and think that you should too! Jennifer Perna, VP of Sales, gives us some information on why Blue Plate should cater your next event! SIGNATURE STYLE OF FOOD Blue Plate has a...
DIY Recipe: Italian Style Red Potatoes
Enjoy this easy, tasty recipe! Ingredients: 3 Cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 lb bag of Red Potatoes 1/2 Cup Italian Seasoning 5 Tablespoons Sea Salt 5 Tablespoons Cracked Black Pepper 3 Table Spoons Worcestershire Sauce Instructions: Heat oven to 425 degrees over while...

How Are Those New Year’s Resolutions Going?
How are those New Year's Resolutions going? While it's only Mid-February, it's hard not to fall off the horse. In case you're needing a little booster, here are some things to help you keep to your goals. GET ORGANIZED I have found that truly being organized and...
Chicago Planner Magazine Hosts Oscar Party at Studio Paris, Benefitting Ronald McDonald House
The Chicago Planner Magazine is excited to be hosting it's official Launch Party - an Oscar Viewing Party. Not only do you get to dress up for this red carpet event, but you can make a difference while you do it! This event will benefit Ronald McDonald House...

Venue of the Month: The Driehaus Museum
VENUE OF THE MONTH: The Driehaus Museum LOCATION: 40 E. Erie St. - Chicago, IL 60611 MAXIMUM CAPACITY: Board Room Set Up for 20; Seated Dinners for up to 100 VENUE TYPE: Museum, Historical Building There are many venues to enjoy in the City of Chicago. Part of what...
5 Things to do this Valentine’s Day
Some people love Valentine's Day, some people hate it. I'm kind of in between myself. There's all those terrible facebook statuses that make me want to unfriend at least 50% of people, but there's also candy, cards, fancy dinners and hopefully acts of kindness. ...